Successful Stories of the McKenzie Method

A blog written by Joseph Maccio, MA, PT, Dip. MDT, owner of Maccio Physical Therapy in Troy, New York. Over 35 years experience as a physical therapist with an M.A. in Ergonomics & Occupational Biomechanics, Diplomat in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Dip. MDT), recognized as the highest level of clinical expertise at the McKenzie Institute International. Special Services: - Certified McKenzie Spine Clinic - REPEX - Ergonomics - Orthopedic Physical Therapy -

Monday, December 11, 2017

The Importance of Looking for Directional Preference

"I’ve had a disease called Ankylosing Spondylitis (or A.S. for short) for over 40 years. It is a type of arthritis that affects the spine. It starts with pain from the lower back and progresses onward to the neck. The spine’s bones (called vertebrae) fuse together causing rigidness and stiffness. The disease usually creates additional diseases. For me, I developed Pelvic Pain Syndrome about 20 years ago. I was prescribed Elmiron and took it 3 times a day for 15 years.

Last year I was sent to Maccio Physical Therapy in Troy, NY to see if they could help with the pain. After a few minutes with Joe Maccio Jr. we started doing back bends which right away helped ease the pain and discomfort. After one year doing back bends 2-3 times a day the pain from this disease diminished by 90%. I’m so glad I came to Maccio Physical Therapy and will forever be grateful to Joe Maccio Jr." - Peter